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Exercises

Partner Leg Throw-Downs

Also known as Leg Push-Downs, Lying Leg Raises with Partner Throw-Downs, and Partner Leg Throws

What It Is

A partner drill where you fight to stop your legs from being pushed down, building a strong, quick-reacting midsection.

How to Do It

Lie on your back on the floor with your partner standing at your head, and hold their ankles. Raise your legs straight up. Your partner pushes them down and away, and you stop them before they touch the floor. Lift them back up for the next push.

Tips

Press your lower back into the floor the whole time. Ask your partner to push softer if your back arches.

Skill Level

Intermediate. Free-weight lifts, single-leg balance under load, or near-bodyweight strength moves. Form matters.

Type

Strength. Builds muscle and strength with controlled, resisted movement.

Engagement

Bilateral. Each rep works both sides of the body at once.

Primary Muscles

Equipment

No equipment needed.

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